JO-ANNE WEIR

Condolences & Memories (37 entries)

• Sadly missed. - Posted by: tyson an zack berens (students) on: Jan 13, 2015

• Luke (Jo-Anne's student and my son, and I just learned of her passing. Our heartfelt condolences to Jo-Anne's family. She helped Luke tremendously in his transition to high school. She was a gifted, warm, and inspiring teacher and friend. - Posted by: Kathy Hodgson () on: Mar 14, 2014

• Rooney we were saddened to hear of your loss. our prayers are with you and all the family. - Posted by: Gus &Toni Fiorentino (Friend of Rooney , Joanne,s mom) on: Nov 12, 2013

• Thinking of the Wier family and the "Fun Times" at Uncle Art and Aunt Cathy's farm in Grandview. Joanne had a way of creating so much fun and laughter! From building forts, rafts, and chasing cows and mice ..... all great memories of our wonderful childhoods! Joanne will never be forgotten. - Posted by: Tannis Fortin/Stroud (Family Friend) on: Nov 08, 2013

• Very sad to hear of the passing of Jo-Anne I had the opportunity to coach Jo at Brandon University and she was a great young lady. Her sense of humor plus the ability to bring people together were characteristics every person should possess. My regrets to her family. - Posted by: Bill Moody (Teacher/Coach) on: Nov 08, 2013

• I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jo-Anne's passing. My heartfelt condolences to all the families.....truly a very sad time for us all. Jo-Anne will be truly missed! - Posted by: Lee Johnson (previous neighbour - Westwood House) on: Nov 07, 2013

• To Jo's family I was shocked to hear of Jo-Anne's passing. While I was not a close friend of Jo's, I do recall speaking to her at a couple Westwood class reunions. She was always ready with a friendly smile and a joke. She would have been an awesome teacher. Rest in Peace Jo! You are gone from this world much too soon. - Posted by: brenda Winslade (Former classmate at Sansome and Westwood) on: Nov 07, 2013

• Dear Karen and Weir family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. For the eight years that we have known Jo, she has been nothing but a friendly and caring person. She was a wonderful teacher who made school a fun place to be with her personality and great sense of humor. You could always count on her to have a smile on her face at all times. Jo was an amazing role model to everyone who got to know her or work with her and she will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Dzenan and family (Former student - Fort Richmond Collegiate) on: Nov 06, 2013

• Ms. Weir was my special Ed. teacher. She was so funny, kind and caring and an asset. She will be truly missed for her hard work teaching us and her sense of humour and love towards her students. - Posted by: Casey Rittinger (student) on: Nov 06, 2013

• As one of the School Board Trustees for the Teulon Ward of the Interlake School Division, I was terribly sorry to hear of Jo-Anne's passing. She was a valued member of our staff at Teulon Collegiate and will be greatly missed by the TCI students and her fellow staff members. Sincere Sympathy goes out to her family. -Alan Campbell, Chair, ISD Board of Trustees - Posted by: Alan Campbell (Colleague) on: Nov 06, 2013

• "Much laughter, wise beyond her years, loyal friend, gym rat". Those are the pictures in my mind when I think back to Jo-Anne in 1972 at Sansome Junior High. I was the new Phys. Ed. teacher and she was on my volleyball team. Reading through the comments I see my memories of her many attributes not only remained constants in her life, but flourished. My condolences to her friends and family. We are all made better by knowing her. - Posted by: Lynne Gauld (Teacher/Coach) on: Nov 06, 2013

• I met Jo Anne three years ago when she was hired to work as a resource teacher for Teulon Collegiate. I remember her great sense of humor and candor. She was an advocate for all students and always willing to help teacher and students alike. I learned a great deal from her in the short time I knew her and will always remember her. Some people you meet make you better for having known them, Jo Anne was one of those people. - Posted by: Chris Gamble (Collegue) on: Nov 06, 2013

• My deepest sympathies to Jo's loved ones. I played sports with Jo for many years and enjoyed her passion and her amazing humour. She gave me the nickname Auntie Vi, I think because I wore a violet jacket and was like everyone's Aunt at age 14. I treasure that memory. Jo will be missed by everyone whose life she touched. Lori Hunter (Auntie Vi) - Posted by: Lori Hunter (Friend/Teammate ) on: Nov 06, 2013

• Karen and family - I wish there were words to express my sympathy for Jo's passing. My thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Jan Bullock () on: Nov 06, 2013

• Mrs Weir was a wonderful lady, and could always be counted on for a smile in the hallways. I never personally had her help on anything, but had some friends who did and only ever received the best reviews. My condolences with her family and friends, and may she rest in peace. - Posted by: Nikki Russell (Attended a highschool she worked at) on: Nov 05, 2013

• To Karen and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jo was a truly wonderful person. She always had a smile and a real love for life. We remember our past Thanksgiving gathering at Karen and Jo's new house in Gimli with great joy - wonderful food and great company. Jo's enthusiasm and great sense of humor was contagious. She will be dearly missed. Andrew, Janis, Patrick and Christopher. - Posted by: Andrew and Janis McCullough (Family) on: Nov 05, 2013

• Special thoughts, to Rooney, family & Aunt Cathie at this time. We have you in our prayers and send our love to you all. Cherished memories of Jo-Anne's visits to lanark Scotland. - Posted by: Jennifer Jim & Aunt Effie (Scotland) (Scottish family) on: Nov 05, 2013

• Jo Anne and I met at the University of Manitoba (Faculty of Phys. Ed) and worked together at the City of Winnipeg Parks and Recreation Summer play Programs. With her infectious sense of humor, Jo Anne had a natural way with kids and Staff members alike. Our paths crossed again some 25 years later when we were both Teachers at Miles Mac Collegiate. I will never forget her welcome to me as a new Staff member at Miles Mac which included her big smile and smart remarks about taking 20 years to catch up with her. She had placed a picture in my mailbox from the Summer play program from 25 years earlier - which showed us sporting the popular "Afro" hair do and elephant pants. Jo made learning so much fun for her Special Education students at Miles, and she created many memorable moments of laughter and fun for all of us on staff. She was a great role model as a Teacher and I know she touched the lives of every student and staff member who had the privelege to work together with her. The world of Public Education was a better place with her in it and she will be deeply missed by all who loved and knew her. - Posted by: Karen Knight (Collegue) on: Nov 05, 2013

• My sincere sympathy to all the family, Jo-Anne was a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed. Take care and remember the wonderful times. - Posted by: Shelley Bilan (Former co-worker @ MMC (Library)) on: Nov 05, 2013

• My deepest sympathy for the family and friends. I just heard today the passing of Jo-Anne. I knew Jo when I was 6 years old. My memories of Jo-anne was she kept us in stitches all the time with her wicked sense of humor. She was one of a kind. - Posted by: Monika ( Lausch ) Cleghorn (Friend) on: Nov 04, 2013

• Dear Rhonda & Weir Family, Sincerest sympathies in the loss of your sister Jo-Anne. I still have very fond memories of the Westwood Warriors. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Zaiga Keleris & Bhoag Singh - Posted by: Zaiga Keleris (Friends) on: Nov 04, 2013

• Dear Jo-Anne's family and friends I am deeply sorry for your loss, Jo-Anne touched so many lives, she was an inspiration to all educators. I could have sat and listened to her for hours. Best wishes Jacqui - Posted by: Jacqui Kroeker (Colleague from FRC) on: Nov 04, 2013

• Our deepest sympathies to the Weir family and to Jo-Anne's family. Wendy Kreutzer and Mike Evans. - Posted by: Wendy Kreutzer (Family friend) on: Nov 04, 2013

• Was there ever a better 'teammate'. Be it in sports, work, family, friends, life and laughter. Jo was a true winner and champion. An MVP at it all. Karen, Elizabeth, Catharine, Rooney and all the Weirs - much sympathy to you all. 'Freddy' - Posted by: 'Freddy' () on: Nov 04, 2013

• I WENT TO MILES MACDONELL COLLEGIATE SCHOOL AT 757 ROCH AVE. JO ANNE WAS AN AWESOME TEACHER. WE HAD OUR HARD TIMES WHEN I GOT HER MAD BUT GOOD OLD ME TRIED TO KISS UP TO JO ANNE ALL THE TIME TO NOT GET HER TO BE MAD AT ME ANYMORE, AND IT WORKED. FROM TIME TO TIME THE BEST PART OF IT ALL WAS WHEN AFTER A WEEKEND WAS OVER ON MONDAY I WOULD GO BACK TO SCHOOL AND TALK ABOUT OUR FAVORITE SHOW, YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS. WE WOULD TALK ABOUT IT FOR HOURS KILLING OURSELVES LAUGHING ABOUT IT UNTIL IT WAS TIME FOR CLASS. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER JOANNE'S LAUGH, SMILE AND GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR. SHE WAS SO ONE OF A KIND. CLASS OF 2001 WAS HER FAVORITE. SHE WOULD ALWAYS TALK TO US ABOUT HOW ALL OF US WERE A GREAT CLASS TO HAVE. SHE WILL NEVER EVER BE FORGOTTEN. SHE HELPED ME THROUGH SOME HARD TIMES IN MY LIFE AND GOT ME OUT TOO. SHE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED BY THE SET PROGRAM AT MILES MAC. WE WILL MISS YOU SO MUCH JOANNE R.I.P. - Posted by: AMANDA LYNN AARTS (FORMER STUDENT) on: Nov 03, 2013

• Karen and family Our deepest sympathy to you as you mourn the loss of a great woman. Memories of Joanne will be etched in the minds of all those whose lives she touched. One could always count on a good laugh when in Joanne's company. Her light hearted spirit and giving nature made her great friend to many, including us! Keep your memories close as they will serve to lighten your heavy heart in the weeks and months to come. Kerry and Gerald - Posted by: Kerry and Gerald Fehr (Terwin) (Friend) on: Nov 03, 2013

• Dear Roonie, Rhonda, Scott, Dianne and Karen my deepest sympathy for your loss. My fondest memories growing up were at the Weir's, playing touch football on the front lawn of Browning school, just hanging out, a trip to Grandview, driving my very first van. Lol. Jo always being there whenever you needed to talk, never judging, just listening and giving her thoughts when asked. Years would pass and without fail when we crossed paths she'd just pick up where you left off, always welcoming, and forever joking around. A kind warm hearted soul has been taken from us, only to be placed in heaven so that others can share in what we've had, and deceased family and friends can reunite. God Bless you Jo, you will always be missed and never forgotten. Love Kathy - Posted by: Kathy Newcombe White (Friend) on: Nov 03, 2013

• Dear Karen & Family, We are sorry to hear of the passing of Jo. My mom and Bruce have such found memories of Jo. I know these memories will last a lifetime in their hearts. With our deepest condolences, Kristine & Jason Hannah - Posted by: Kristine & Jason Hannah (Grace Harbour-Johnson's daughter and son-in-law) on: Nov 02, 2013

• I can still hear Jo laughing, she always had the best sense of humor. The cup was always half full. It's been many years but Jo had that beautiful spirit you just never forget. So sorry for your loss way too soon. - Posted by: Sandra McLennan (Team mate hockey friend) on: Nov 02, 2013

• So sorry to Jo's family and friends. Thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this very sad time. - Posted by: Elaine Docking Ronovsky (friend - known each other since Elementary School (Robert Browning)) on: Nov 02, 2013

• Every once in a while you meet someone who impacts you forever. I met Jo in Grade 4 in the Robert Browning school playground. She was the only other girl who wanted to play catch. We became fast and long friends playing softball and hockey together all the way through University of Manitoba. The hockey road trips are my favorite memories, belting out Elvis songs through North Dakota and Minnesota, her dad Jack taking us out to Country Kitchen after hockey practice. Tears are pouring down my face as I type this. She had the most wonderful sense of humor and would not be at all pleased that people are blubbering about her. Love to her family. - Posted by: Sue Gowanlock Swail (Old old friend) on: Nov 02, 2013

• Our side splitting laughter, our inside jokes while working in the Lifeskills program will be with me forever.......you will be so missed..... - Posted by: Laura Posthumus (friend / co worker) on: Nov 02, 2013

• "Only a moment you stayed, but what an imprint your footprints have made on our hearts". You are truly a treasure Jo and it was my pleasure to have known you for over 40+ years. We shared the love of sport and spent many day shooting hoops and hanging out with Addy in the gym at Westwood Collegiate. You will be in our hearts forever. The Kitten - Posted by: Kathy Miller (long time friend and team mate) on: Nov 02, 2013

• My sincerest condolences to Karen, your wonderful families and friends. Having had the privilege of working with Jo-Anne at KEC and MMC, I can say that I was always inspired by her humour, her intelligence and insight to people as well as her empathy for others. She is greatly missed by all of you closest to her, and the wider group of those she has helped, guided, influenced, coached, and taught. - Posted by: perry mcgregor (former colleague) on: Nov 02, 2013

• Karen, I am so sorry to read this. I am thinking of you as you grieve the loss of Jo-Anne. My sympathy to you! Elaine Klann Used to work at the bank. - Posted by: Elaine Klann (I worked at TD Canada Trust) on: Nov 02, 2013

• My sincere sympathy to all the family, Jo-Anne was a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Christine Hashimoto (Friend) on: Nov 02, 2013

• Ms. Weir was my high school gym teacher and I was surprised and saddened to see her obituary in the paper. I remember Ms. Weir was a fun-loving, happy teacher who was supportive of all her students and who loved a good joke. Sympathies and condolences to her family and friends on her passing. - Posted by: Shannon Forest (Former Student - W.C. Miller Collegiate (Altona)) on: Nov 02, 2013